The US Chess Federation thanks Patricia Knight Smith for her service over the past nine years. Pat has served as Director of National Events, Assistant Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer and acting Executive Director. Pat organized some of the largest scholastic tournaments in history including the 2013 SuperNationals. We wish her all the best in the future.

During this transition period, National Tournament Director Franc Guadalupe will serve as the Interim Events Director of the USCF.